BN16 2AP is a sought-after residential area on Ruston Avenue, 0.8km from Rustington in Rustington. Administratively it sits within Rustington East ward and the Worthing West constituency.
For serious buyers, BN16 2AP is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 63 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 99% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £555k, up 22.6% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for BN16 2AP are sourced from Output Area E00160414 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUSTON AVENUE, BN16 2AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUSTON AVENUE, BN16 2AP.
269
63
£ 41,200 /yr
22%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN16 2AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 99% owner-occupation and an average age of 63, BN16 2AP is established retirement territory. With £555k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode. Property prices are trending up 22.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN16 2AP. The average age is 62.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 555,000
4 sales · Mean £ 540,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN16 2AP has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Georgian Gardens Community Primary School
East Preston Infant School
East Preston Junior School
Rustington Community Primary School
The Angmering School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Barry Wadsworth0.7 km
- Boots The Chemist0.8 km
- C J Food & News0.5 km
- Cook0.7 km
- Country life pet supplies0.5 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Windmill Public House0.8 km
- East Preston & Kingston Bowls Club0.9 km
- British Legion Club1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Broadmark Cafe-Bar0.6 km
- Caffe Pausa0.8 km
- Charlottes Kitchen0.8 km
- Costa Ltd0.6 km
- Deligo Eatery at Rustington Sports & Social Club1.0 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Iceland Foods Ltd0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Waitrose0.6 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Charcoal Grill0.8 km
- KFC0.6 km
- Sundarban0.8 km
- The Great Wall0.8 km
- Uncle Sams Hamburger Express0.9 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Angmering0.9 km
- Littlehampton3.5 km
- Goring-By-Sea4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Rustington Hall0.3 km
- Sea Avenue0.3 km
- Rustington Hall0.3 km
- Sea Avenue0.3 km
- St Joseph's Church0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BN162AP · Data under Open Government Licence